Nikon D5600 vs Canon EOS 760D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D5600 and Canon EOS 760D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D5600 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS 760D is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D5600 were released 2016 and Canon EOS 760D was released 2015. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D5600 | 2016 |
Canon EOS 760D | 2015 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D5600 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS 760D has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Nikon D5600 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS 760D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Nikon D5600 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 760D has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D5600 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS 760D |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Nikon D5600 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 760D. Nikon D5600 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS 760D has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D5600 | 100-25600 |
Canon EOS 760D | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS 760D has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5600 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5600 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon D5600
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 760D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D5600 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 760D can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D5600 | 5 |
Canon EOS 760D | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D5600 and Canon EOS 760D can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 760D weighs 565 gr (equal to 1.25 lb) which is 22% heavier than Nikon D5600 and its 465 gr (or 1.03 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D5600 | 465 gr 1.03 lb |
Canon EOS 760D | 565 gr 1.25 lb |
Nikon D5600 vs Canon EOS 760D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D5600 and Canon EOS 760D, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Name | Nikon D5600 | Canon EOS 760D |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Release Year | 2016 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2016-11-10 | 2015-02-06 |
MSRP | 700 USD | 849 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 4 | DIGIC 6 |
Image |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 8 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 39 | 19 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1037000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 0 |
Photography features |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in 802.11b/g/n with Bluetooth 4.1 LE and NFC |
Yes Built-In (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control |
Yes (MC-DC2 (wired), WR-1/WR-R10 (wireless))
|
Yes (wired or via smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Optional through GP-1/GP-1A |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D5600 |
Canon EOS 760D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
EN-EL14a lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery @ charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 970 shots | 440 shots |
Width | 124 mm | 132 mm |
Height | 97 mm | 111 mm |
Depth | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Weight | 465 gram | 565 gram |